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5 Ways to Send Money to Mount Pleasant if You Don't Have a Bank Account

• 2 min read • doc.iowa.gov
5 Ways to Send Money to Mount Pleasant if You Don't Have a Bank Account

Western Union is one of the easiest ways to add money to someone's commissary account using cash. Iowa DOC accepts electronic deposits through a few vendors, but Western Union is the one you can handle in person. Find a nearby agent using Western Union's locator or call 1-800-325-6000. At the location, you can pay with cash or debit.

  • ✓ Recipient’s commissary number
  • ✓ Name of the correctional facility

Access Corrections offers another cash-friendly option. Iowa DOC lists them as an approved electronic vendor, and some deposits can be made in person at retail partners (often called CashPayToday locations). These walk-in spots are designed for people who don't want to deal with bank accounts or online payments. Bring cash to a participating location, and the money gets processed electronically to the commissary account. Keep in mind that cash walk-ins often have per-transaction limits, so know your amount before you go.

Heads up: Before heading to a retail location, check what registration or ID the service requires. Save yourself a wasted trip.

Some Access Corrections walk-in cash deposits cap out at $900.00 per transaction. Sending more? You'll need to split it into multiple transactions - and budget for any extra fees.

5 Ways to Send Money to Mount Pleasant if You Don't Have a Bank Account

Practical Tips Cash Senders

  • ✓ Keep your receipt until you’re sure the deposit posted
  • ✓ Always enter the recipient’s commissary number exactly as given
  • ✓ Use the correct correctional facility name on the transaction

Prefer to skip walk-in networks entirely? You can send money by mail without a bank account. Iowa DOC processes all incoming commissary funds centrally. Mail to: IDOC Offender Fiduciary Account, 1550 L Street, Suite B, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The rules are strict. Send a cashier's check or money order only - no personal checks, no cash. Make it payable to "IDOC Offender Fiduciary Account." Include the offender's name and number, plus your name and full address. Write clearly. Anything that doesn't follow the guidelines gets returned. One thing that catches people off guard: money orders and cashier's checks can't be dropped off at any institution anymore. Mail to the Fort Dodge address is your only option.

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